Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa
Last inspected:
301 Tucker Ln, Cocoa, FL 32926Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa has recorded 24 inspections and 195 total violations between 2023 and March 2026, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection—more than 55 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closure. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across inspections, including proper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 5 inspections), proper cooking temperatures (6 inspections), food contact surface sanitation (7 inspections), and chemical storage (6 inspections). Employee health policy violations were documented in at least 2 inspections. A fire safety violation was recorded on March 5, 2024, when inspectors observed flammables and debris stored in the dry food stock room, including a portable propane bottle being used as a door stop. On November 5, 2025, an inspection identified 33 violations including three high-priority findings for employee health policy, food contact surfaces, and proper cooking temperatures, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. A subsequent inspection on November 6, 2025 found 15 violations and resulted in a call-back compliance order. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 documented 12 violations including three separate high-priority hand washing violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa last inspected?
- Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa had?
- Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa find?
- Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa ever been shut down?
- No, Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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